Simple, Compound, complex sentences

Eric ran home the rest of the way because he knew he was in trouble.

• a simple sentence

• a compound sentence

• a complex sentence

Dad went hunting, but Mama decided to stay home.

• a simple sentence

• a compound sentence

• a complex sentence

Although he searched everywhere, Mr. Brooks could not find the keys to the computer lab.

• a simple sentence

• a compound sentence

• a complex sentence

Those clouds promise snow; we might get another snow day off from school.

• a simple sentence

• a compound sentence

• a complex sentence

Elijah remained at home because he had a sore throat.

• a simple sentence

• a compound sentence

• a complex sentence

While the music played, Rachel sneaked in through the side door.

• a simple sentence

• a compound sentence

• a complex sentence

What type of sentence has two independent clauses and is joined by a conjunction or a semicolon?

• a simple sentence

• a compound sentence

• a complex sentence

Sarah and Ashley giggled and whispered all night.

• a simple sentence

• a compound sentence

• a complex sentence

A simple sentence that stands alone is called ___________.

• a dependent clause

• an independent clause

• a phrase

A sentence with one independent clause and at least one dependent clause is called

• a simple sentence

• a compound sentence

• a complex sentence